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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Operate basic water related mechanical and electrical equipment 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
113941  Operate basic water related mechanical and electrical equipment 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Water Sector 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Civil Engineering Construction 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 1  NQF Level 01  4 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
A qualifying learner in combination with context expertise standard(s) will be able to identify and operate basic water related mechanical and electrical equipment in accordance with safety procedures. This competence will enable the learner to identify energy units, drives, and pumps in the workplace and complete pre-start checks and detect irregularities on mechanical equipment. In acquiring this competence the qualifying learner will lay a good foundation for future learning and action. Achieving this unit standard will enhance the efficiency of the qualifying learner and provide foundational learning that will advance his / her own expertise and employability in water and other related sectors. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Ability to read, write and communicate at ABET level 3 or equivalent. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
Energy units
  • Electrical motors (single phase and three phase), internal combustion engines (diesel and petrol), windmill, steam engines and manual operation (hand pump)

    Drives
  • Direct drive (tyre coupling, pin coupling, gearbox, gear coupling, yoke) and belt drive (V-belt or flat belt)

    Pumps
  • Centrifugal, reciprocating and screw

    Pre-start check
  • Grease, check fuel, oil and water levels and replenish, check and clean air filter, check flat / V belt tension

    Indicators of irregularities
  • Not pumping, vibration, leaks, temperature, noise, high or low currents and odour 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify and explain the purpose of water related mechanical and electrical equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The purpose of an energy unit is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Four different types of energy units are named. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The purpose of a drive is explained and two types of drives are named. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The purpose of pumps is explained and three types of pumps are named. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify mechanical and electrical equipment in the workplace. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Various types of energy unit are identified in the workplace and each application is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Various types of drives are identified in the workplace and each application is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Various types of pumps are identified in the workplace and each application is explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Operate mechanical equipment in accordance with work procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Personal safety practices are applied in accordance with work procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Pre-start checks are completed in accordance with work procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Start up procedure is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Proper functioning of mechanical equipment is monitored and indicators of irregularities reported to the relevant person. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Shut-down procedures are demonstrated in accordance with work procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate knowledge of electrical equipment in the workplace. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The respective circuit breakers for electrical equipment are identified and linked to appropriate pumpset. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Start up and shut down procedures are demonstrated in accordance with work procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Functioning of electrical equipment including amps and volts is monitored and irregularities are reported to the relevant person. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Dangerous situations and practices are identified and reported. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Workplace policies and procedures.
  • Safety procedures when operating mechanical and electrical equipment. (Moving machinery, guards and covers)
  • Lockout system and procedures.
  • Maintenance procedures for mechanical equipment.
  • Electrical circuits.
  • The purpose of relevant electrical equipment.
  • The basic principles of single phase and three phase circuitry.
  • Electrical load indicators. (Amps and volts) 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Proper functioning of mechanical equipment is monitored and indicators of irregularities reported to the relevant person.
  • Functioning of electrical equipment including amps and volts is monitored and irregularities are reported to the relevant person.
  • Dangerous situations and practices are identified and reported. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, and community.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Operate mechanical equipment in accordance with work procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of electrical equipment in the workplace. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Plan, organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively.
    Assessment criteria: none 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
    Assessment criteria:
  • Proper functioning of mechanical equipment is monitored and indicators of irregularities reported to the relevant person.
  • Functioning of electrical equipment including amps and volts is monitored and irregularities are reported to the relevant person.
  • Dangerous situations and practices are identified and reported. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the form of oral and/or written presentation.
  • All assessment criteria. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
    Assessment criteria: specific outcome 3 and 4
  • Operate mechanical equipment in accordance with work procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of electrical equipment in the workplace. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
    Assessment criteria: none 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48495   General Education and Training Certificate: Water Services  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  EWSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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